By Leslie Bingham
From Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville on 5/1/2020:
"There has been an increase in hospitalized COVID-19 and PUI cases in the county in recent days, and our daily new confirmed cases have not decreased over the past two weeks, despite lower overall test volume for the same period. It is important that the community remain diligent with protective best practices."
We in health care are here for you, working to keep you safe and healthy.
Come to the hospital if you need to - the hospital is following the utmost in infection prevention precautions and is safe.
Call your doctor if you are sick and not sure what to do.
Get tested for COVID19 at https://btxcares.com/ or at UTRVG Covid testing: https://www.utrgv.edu/corona…/updates/2020-03-27-3/index.htm
Please continue Physical Distancing:
- Use masks when in public and stay 6 feet apart.
- Only go out when necessary
- Wash and sanitize your hands
- Stay home if you are a high-risk person
Always show one another love and support. Be patient, be kind. We are #TogetherApart